Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

THE LAURELS, TA18 7BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE LAURELS, TA18 7BX.

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Population

238

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TA18 7BX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 83% owned. TA18 7BX is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA18 7BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Laurels, 0.3km from Fairy Hill in Crewkerne. Administratively it sits within Crewkerne ward and the Yeovil constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TA18, TA18 7BX offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k.

Census 2021 statistics for TA18 7BX are sourced from Output Area E00148657 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA18 7BX. The average age is 55.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 273,750

14 sales · Mean £ 280,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TA18 7BX has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour12
Public order11
Burglary5
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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Wadham School

Good466 pupils0.4 km
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Ashlands Church of England Primary School

Good118 pupils0.5 km
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St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Good176 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Barrett Bros0.7 km
  • Crewkerne Cards0.7 km
  • Crewkerne Market - Wednesday0.6 km
  • Dailyz Tech0.7 km
  • Fruits of the Town0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Active Learning & Skills - Community Interest Company0.8 km
  • Crewkerne Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Oscars Wine Bar0.6 km
  • Parrett & Axe Masonic Club0.7 km
  • The Crooked Swan0.7 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Avalon Healing0.7 km
  • Bar5/Cantina0.7 km
  • Bilby's Coffee Shop and the Burger Shed0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Little Bears Play Cafe0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Crewkerne Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Crewkerne Kebab & Pizza House0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Golden River Restaurant0.6 km
  • Mortimers Bakery Ltd0.7 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne2.0 km
  • Yeovil12.4 km
  • Yeovil Junction13.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Bincombe Drive0.1 km
  • Bincombe Close0.1 km
  • Laburnham Crescent0.2 km
  • Laburnham Crescent0.2 km
  • Wadham School0.4 km